Air Fryer Broccoli Fritters

These delicious air fryer broccoli fritters make the perfect side dish to any meal. They take no time at all to put together and the best part is no deep frying necessary. This air fryer fritters recipe is made with fresh garlic, green scallions, a little cayenne pepper for spice and lots of cheese. If you enjoyed these air fryer broccoli cheese fritters, make sure to give these air fryer banana fritters a try as well.

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Ingredients

• Broccoli Florets – Boil just until fork tender but not mushy.
• Egg, Panko Bread Crumbs, Parmesan Cheese and Cheddar Cheese – Stir together the ingredients for the filling.
• Garlic Cloves and Green Scallions – Chop up the garlic and scallions and mix into the broccoli cheese fritter mixture.
• Salt, Black Pepper, Paprika Powder and Cayenne Pepper – Combine the spices and season the mixture with it.

Combine all of the ingredients, form the broccoli cheese fritter patties and transfer to the air fryer to cook.

How To Make Air Fryer Broccoli Fritters

1. In a pot over high heat, bring water to a boil.
2. Add the broccoli and boil just until fork tender but not mushy. This took me less than 5 minutes to achieve. You may also microwave the broccoli for about 3 minutes instead.
3. Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F for 5 minutes.
4. Drain the broccoli and allow to cool. Transfer to a bowl and mash with a potato masher.
5. Add the egg, panko bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, cheddar cheese, minced garlic cloves, chopped green scallions, salt, black pepper, paprika powder and cayenne pepper to the bowl and mix everything together until well combined.
6. Line the air fryer with parchment paper and spray with propellant free cooking spray.
7. Take about 2-3 tbsp of the mixture and form into a round patty.
8. Transfer the broccoli cheese fritters to the air fryer, leaving enough space in between so they don’t touch each other. You’ll have to cook in batches.
9. Cook at 350 degrees F for 18-20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown, flipping halfway.
10. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy.

Storing Suggestions

Store leftover air fryer broccoli fritters in an air tight container lined with a paper towel in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The paper towel will absorb any excess moisture and maximize the freshness of the fritters.

Recipe Notes

• Cook in batches and do not over crowd the air fryer.
• Do not over cook the broccoli, you don’t want it to be mushy but fork tender.
• Keep an eye on the fritters after the 15 minute mark as every air fryer cooks at a different speed.
• Always read your air fryer manual before using it.